Hinge - Door - Front - Upper - LH - Remove and Replace: Removal
- Remove the underhood storage unit. See UNDERHOOD STORAGE UNIT (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Remove the HEPA filter. See FILTER - HEPA (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Disconnect 12V power. See DISCONNECT 12V POWER .
- Apply tape to the door and body to the mark the location of the LH upper door hinge to aid during installation.
- Apply tape to the rear part of the LH front fender.
- Remove the LH front door drive unit arm from the door hinge.
- Remove the ball cap from the LH front door drive unit arm.
- Support the LH front door with a floor jack.CAUTION: Put a soft object in between the floor jack's saddle and the door to prevent damage to the paint.
- Remove the LH front door upper hinge bolts (x2) from the door assembly (torque 24 N.m).
- Remove the LH front door upper hinge bolts (x3) from the body (torque 25 N.m).
- Remove the LH front door upper hinge from the vehicle.